Kubota engines. Where to find the serial number of the engine?

When faced with engine failures, the question often arises – where to find the serial number and what does it describe? The serial number of the engine can not only help determine the engine model, but also the correct service parts and the necessary changes. Kubota engines are unique in that the first number or letter of their serial number always indicates the year of its subdue. However, the letters “I” and “O” are not used in the identification of the serial numbers of this engine.

Kubota is a global tractor and heavy machinery company. Most of the Kubota tractors are produced in the United States. Kubota was founded as a foundry in 1890, starting its business with the production of metal products and their sale. Twentieth century. At the beginning of the twentieth century, Kubota began to produce oil engines, for agro-industrial purposes. In the middle of the same century, Kubota invented the cultivator and began its industrial trade. A few years later, he expanded his areas of production and began to produce construction equipment. Even later, the first tractor of the Japanese farm was invented, began to produce raw tractors, combines, radio-controlled windbreaks. Today it is one of the largest equipment manufacturers in the world, located in more than 25 countries and offering a wide range of equipment. Kubota produces tractors, agricultural machinery, engines and construction equipment. The motto of this brand – “For the earth, for life”, reflects the belief of its creators that the main emphasis must be placed on helping the world.

Kubota engines – where to find the serial number?

Kubota motors are used in many different applications, including industrial and power generation. When using motor-blocks of different sizes for each industry, the location of the Kubota serial number varies depending on each model. In this article, we present the serial number locations of the most popular models to save time by searching for them yourself:

• Kubota 03 serial number – on the mounting surface of the injection pump.
• Kubota 05 serial number – below the exhaust manifold. Above the crankcase, from the side of the flywheel.
• Kubota 07 serial number – below the intake manifold. Above the crankcase, from the fan side.
• Super Mini serial number – on the side of the attachment point of the injection pump.
• Kubota V3 serial number – below the intake manifold. Above the crankcase, from the side of the flywheel.
• Kubota WG752 and WG972 serial numbers – on the side of the attachment point of the injection pump.
• Kubota WG1605 serial numbers – Below the exhaust manifold. Above the crankcase, from the side of the flywheel.
• Kubota WG2503 serial number – on the mounting surface of the injection pump.
• Kubota WA and EL serial number – on the mounting surface, on the side of the gearbox
• Kubota OC serial number – on the mounting surface, on the fan side

Serial numbers of other Kubota engines can be found above the head of the engine cylinder. Do not use the model information indicated on the labels, as it can be misleading and inaccurate.